Arches of the foot
Load-bearing curves in the tarsal and metatarsal bones of the feet / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The arches of the foot, formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones, strengthened by ligaments and tendons, allow the foot to support the weight of the body in the erect posture with the least weight.
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Latin | arcus pedis |
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They are categorized as longitudinal and transverse arches.